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Ransomware and the importance of stress testing

You could be forgiven for believing ransomware has already peaked. By David McMurdo, regional director: South Africa at Veritas Technologies After all, few organisations in South Africa have experienced it on various levels since 2017’s WannaCry attack. Yet ransomware...

Know the risks around EFT fraud

Paying by electronic funds transfer (EFT) is so convenient for running one’s home or business, with us being able to make payments from our smartphones and laptops. But this convenience does not come without risks. By Louis Podbielski, case law product manager at...

The value of warehousing in Africa

Warehouses tend to be one of the most ignored elements of infrastructure and logistics, but are a fundamental part of the supply chain. By Geoffrey White, CEO of Agility Africa Nigeria, Benin, Togo and Ghana are collectively a close knit, English speaking, trade block...

Channel integrity – the key to retail and leadership success

The retail sector has often been viewed as “the saviour” of the local channel, especially in dire economic times – such as those we are faced with today. Once again, many in the channel find themselves turning to retailers in order to keep their heads above...

The value of accountants …

The stereotype of accountants as bean counters is outdated. By Colin Timmis, general country manager of Xero SA and professional accountant They have a unique insight into a business and can provide unrivalled advice on how it should run. Technology has taken things...

Effective data managment key to success

Data is the digital age’s hottest commodity – the sheer number of high-profile breaches in the last few years bear testament to this. By Kervin Pillay, chief technology officer at Internet Solutions This makes it absolutely essential for businesses to put in place an...

Introducing ethics to the world of AI

AI may still be in its infancy. But there’s no question more people are beginning to feel its influence in their everyday lives. Tolga Kurtoglu, CEO of PARC, and award-winning tech journalist Kara Swisher sat down to discuss the current state of AI and how ethics can...

The primary role of a team’s ‘number two’

“Fernando is faster than you …”  Ferrari’s infamous coded order delivered to Felipe Massa by race engineer Rob Smedley during the 2010 German Grand Prix was a clear indication that the Italian team was fully committed to Fernando Alonso, its “number one” driver. By...

Sales: retailers versus e-tailers

Retailers need not be scared about losing business to online retailers – and this includes relevant vendors who use retail as their consumer channel. By Paul Naidoo What they should be more concerned about is the customer experience meted out to those customers who...

Oracle Communications: more than a database

Far more than just a “database” company, Oracle Communications delivers a host of software and networking solutions. These assist companies to fast track their digital transformation goals with solutions that help build networks, deliver superior communications and...

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